Heart to Heart Episode 10 features Alexandria Franklin, a Professional Ballerina, currently with the world-renowned Hiplet Ballerinas. Alexandria is a graduate of Howard University, where she was summa cum laude with a BA in fashion merchandising, where she also danced on the dance team, the Bisonettes. After graduating from Howard University, Alexandria danced for the NBA’s Washington Wizards as a Wizard Girl, the Washington National Opera, Dissonance Dance Company, and El teatro de Danza de El Salvador. Alexandria moved to NYC to further her dance career and danced for Urban Ballet Theatre, Brooklyn Ballet and Neglia Ballet. Although NYC felt like home, Alexandria left NY for the opportunity to dance for the world famous UniverSOUL Circus. Alexandria then joined the Royal Caribbean International Cruise line as a dancer and aerialist in their production cast for three years. Looking to get into the commercial industry, Alexandria moved back to her home of Chicago and joined Hiplet Ballerinas, a ballet fusion company under the direction of Homer Bryant. With Hiplet, she has danced in the Moncler Fashion show in Paris fashion week as well as many other spotlights, including in the Fox TV show Empire, dancing in Hatshepsut, a short film that has been shown in international film festivals directed by Sonia Hines, and an Orbit gum commercial. She shares her years of dance and fitness experience by teaching private ballet and small group fitness classes in Chicago. Learn more about Alexandria by following her on Instagram at @AlexandriaTFranklin .
Heart to Heart Video Series: Episode 9 - GeNienne Samuels, CEO/President of Sideline Prep
Heart to Heart Episode 9 features GeNienne Samuels, an accomplished entrepreneur, go-getter, and close friend of mine. GeNienne is the CEO/President of GS Consulting & Communications, INC (GSCC), where she does process improvement consulting, and the CEO/President of Sideline Prep, a professional cheer/dance prep company that coaches aspiring cheerleaders and dancers who want to go pro. GeNienne’s passion for Sideline Prep stems from her career as a professional cheerleader/dancer for the NFL’s Washington Redskins Cheerleaders (currently Washington Football Team)for eight years and the NBA’s Washington Wizard Girls. GeNienne is currently an In-Game Host for the NFL’s Washington Football Team and is a Co-Host for The WOW! Redskins podcast. GeNienne is also a freelance anchor, reporter and producer for Prince George’s County Maryland’s CTV News and the DC Office of Cable Television, Film, Music and Entertainment. She manages to do it all, and has found success with doing what she loves! Learn more about Sideline Prep at sidelineprep.com and follow on IG and Facebook @sidelineprep
Heart to Heart Video Series: Episode 8 - Angelo Ennis, Focus Performance Fitness
Heart to Heart Episode 8 features Angelo Ennis of Focus Performance Fitness in Hollywood, MD, and all-star track athlete. Angelo earned a NCAA Scholarship after winning the 400-meter dash with a record-setting time of 48.3 seconds as well as performances in the 100, 200, 300, and 500-meter dash, which ranked him nationally with Nike. He attended the University of Louisville under this athletic scholarship, and finished his career as a scholar athlete graduate of Bowie State. Coach E is the founder and master trainer of his gym, Focus Performance Fitness. His passion for developing athletes shines on in the community! Learn more about Focus Performance Fitness at focusperformance.net or on IG and Facebook @focusperformancefitness
Heart to Heart Video Series: Episode 7 - Kathryn Blessington, Philly Proper + Yoga Teacher
Heart to Heart Episode 7 features Kathryn Blessington, business owner, entrepreneur, real estate professional, and yoga teacher in Philadelphia. Kathryn owned Bombay Yoga Company in Philadelphia. Her articulate way of communicating and sharing her passion does not stop with yoga. She is a natural leader as she continues to expand her Philly Proper Real Estate brand with her very own podcast, website, and courses to teach people about investments and the home buying process. Learn more at phillyproper.com.
Heart to Heart Video Series: Episode 6 - Neil Schwartz, Choreographer + Teacher at Broadway Dance Center
Heart to Heart Episode 6 features Neil Schwartz, a professional choreographer, dance artist, and teaches on the faculty at the renowned Broadway Dance Center in New York City. He’s danced alongside Rhapsody James, Luam, Lissette Bustamante and other big choreographers in the industry. He choreographed for Icona Pop, he was hand selected to choreograph for Pharell Williams' fragrance line launch, and worked with actor Channing Tatem on the Today Show in promotion for the movie, Magic Mike, just to name a few. His choreography can be seen on other shows as well like Good Morning America, NBC Live, PBS, World of Dance, etc. He’s traveled the world teaching workshops and continues to share his passion for dance in everything he does! Learn more about Neil on his Instagram page @80sb.a.b.y or take his classes at broadwaydancecenter.com
Heart to Heart Video Series: Episode 5 - Amber Lloyd, Veteran + Former NFL Cheerleader
Heart to Heart Episode 5 features Amber Lloyd, Veteran and former cheerleader for the NFL’s Baltimore Ravens for three seasons. Amber was a US Army Combat Medic, having served for 4 years with a 15 month deployment to Iraq. Since then she's worked freelance with technical Fashion Design at Under Armour, and was showcased in NY Fashion Week.Currently Amber continues her passion for fashion design. She is a wife, mom of three, and a true gem of inspiration. Follow Amber on Instagram at @amberlynn_bautista
Heart to Heart Video Series: Episode 4 - David Hem, The Healing Fields Yoga
Heart to Heart Episode 4 features David Hem, a well-known and respected Yoga instructor in Philadelphia. David offers his services through his creation, the Healing Fields Yoga, where he believes “There's no one size fits all when it comes to healing”. He has a way of integrating various forms of Healing, Philosophy, and proven scientific practices, and creating a unique and customized practice to fit the needs of his clients. Learn more at thehealingfieldsyoga.com or follow @thehealingfieldsyoga on Instagram
Heart to Heart Video Series: Episode 3 - Crishon Jerome, Crome VR + Professonal Dancer
Heart to Heart Episode 3 features Crishon Jerome, “artrepreneur” and professional dancer. He is the Founder and CEO of his own business Crome, which includes CromeVR and his very own clothing brand, among other business ventures. He’s an entertainer of all sorts, from being an internationally touring professional dancer with Clear Talent Group and Xcel Talent Agency, to gracing the stage and dancing with big names like Mariah Carey and Rihanna. He also teaches dance and shares his passion with others! Learn more at CromeVR.com
Heart to Heart Video Series: Episode 2 - Mac James, Future of Fitness
Episode 2 of our Heart to Heart Video Series features business-owner, coach, & all-star athlete, Coach Mac James from Future of Fitness. Check out Future of Fitness at www.future-of-fitness.com .
Heart to Heart Video Series: Episode 1 - Grace Myles, Gracie's Guys & Gals Dance Studio
Episode 1 features Ms. Grace Myles, owner of Gracie’s Guys and Gals Dance Studio in Hollywood, Maryland. Gracie's Guys and Gals has been a staple for dance training in Southern Maryland for over 30 years now. It is the studio where Two Hearts Dance & Yoga's owner, Lee-Ann, grew up dancing. Ms. Grace Myles is at the center of Gracie's Guys & Gals Dance Studio, and she shares her experience and expertise with us. Visit www.graciesguysandgalsdancestudio.com to learn more.
